Personal cover

Personal

George Howard · 1990

53 min · 10 tracks · jazz · jazz-funk

Smooth jazz-funk grooves intermingle with soulful melodies, creating an inviting sonic landscape.

Why this album works

The album peaked at number 10 on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz chart and received positive reviews for its polished production and catchy hooks. 'Piano In The Dark,' one of the standout tracks, became particularly notable and contributed to Howard's growing popularity in the jazz-funk scene.
Best for
steady mid-tempo groove flow inviting background for gatherings smooth melodies for relaxation
Context
Released in January 1990, 'Personal' was George Howard's third studio album, following his breakthrough with 'A Perfect Love.' At this point in his career, he was solidifying his reputation as a prominent figure in the smooth jazz genre, developing a distinctive sound that combined jazz instrumentation with pop sensibilities.
Stylistic neighbors
Herbie Hancock· Tom Scott· Jimmy Smith

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 I Want You For Myself 5:29
  • 2 Shower You With Love Standout 5:01
  • 3 Uptown 6:48
  • 4 You And Me 6:11
  • 5 I'm In Effect 5:04
  • 6 You Only Come Out At Night 5:28
  • 7 Personally Standout 4:10
  • 8 Fakin' The Feeling 5:13
  • 9 Got It Goin' On 4:44
  • 10 Piano In The Dark Standout 5:09

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